The four-bedroom, five-bathroom ISHQ Villa was one of the first luxury villas built on this sandy stretch of Sri Lankan south-west shoreline in the 1990s. Bruce Fell-Smith, Australian architect and humanitarian, designed its bright, open spaces, all of which are centred around a courtyard pool.

Large whitewashed walls, colonnades and high ceilings lend a grand quality to the villa, whilst cushiony chairs and creature comforts (king-size beds, high-speed WiFi, unlimited film and music streaming, board games, consoles) make it feel like a home. But essentially, ISHQ Villa is a mini-hotel with the ability to accommodate up to 12 people at one time.

When you hire the villa, the team of personal butlers and a private chef take care of everything for you. Be it a picnic on the beach, high tea, a South Asian cooking class, trips to nearby Galle or activities for the children; they’re here to grant any wish.

A small gym, where personal training sessions can take place, is located on the villa’s mezzanine next to a designated yoga space and meeting room/cinema lounge. On the front lawn a turfed platform is all yours to drive bio-degradable golf balls into the Indian Ocean beyond. And nearby, there are ancient temples, paddy fields and diving sites to explore.

The little green covered island of Filaidhoo is the phenomenal setting of Reethi Faru Resort and nothing else. 150 villas line its shoreline and hover above the Indian Ocean. Five restaurants and a variety of bars provide the flavour-packed cuisine and cocktails. And a coconut grove enclosed spa offers up the ultimate pampering while a PADI dive centre provides the opportunity to experience the coral-rich world below.

Filaidhoo is north-west of Malé and is reached via Valena International Airport (MLE) followed by a 45-minute seaplane flight or 20-minute domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Airport and a 30-minute speed boat ride. The journey itself is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Reethi Faru Resort’s style is essentially easy-breezy chic with traditional Maldivian elements such as thatched rooves and tall beamed ceilings, wooden decks and whitewashed interiors brought to life by splashes of tropical colour. Secluded villas on land open out to the pashmina-soft sand and those above the lagoon lead directly into the water.

Reethi Faru’s á la carte, round-the-clock Dhiyavaru Restaurant is also located above the lagoon on stilts. On the beach is the aptly named Sunset Bar and main bar, The Haruge, with open-air deck and games room where evening entertainment often takes place. Entertainment of the gourmet variety takes place at Reethi Grill’s live cooking station and wood-fired pizza oven. But for something a little more “local” there is Huvandhu’s Maldivian flavours in addition to international favourites and Vakaru’s impressive buffets.

A wondrous world of its own, Iberostar Grand El Mirador is a self-contained beach-side resort in Tenerife’s upmarket south-west coast. If it wasn’t for the five golf courses nearby and tempting golden sand of Playa del Duque laid out before you, you’d never leave this palatial kingdom’s walls of luxy grandeur.

There are no bedrooms here but 124 suites ranging from junior suites with living rooms and balconies to the sprawling La Balconada Superior Junior Suite. The latter is one of 13 suites with access to the exclusive La Balconada’s private pool and sun terrace.

However, there’s an endless number of quiet corners throughout Iberostar Grand El Mirador’s grounds for sunbathing and/or unwinding. The spa for one, where a large circuit features a hydrodynamic pool and whirlpool bath. And for those who prefer retail therapy, El Mirador has its very own shopping centre of boutiques.

There are also three restaurants and two bars on-site (B&B, half board and room only rates are all available). Sea views accompany La Pérgola’s á la carte Mediterranean dishes and tapas while El Mirador restaurant is a showcase of local and international cuisine, buffet style. More local flavours such as Canary Island potatoes and just-caught fish are on the menu at El Cenador. But for a small bite or smoothie there’s the pool-side Las Pardelas Snack Bar and for a cocktail and chill, there’s La Tosca bar.

Enjoyment is all that matters at this beach-side sanctuary. The level of which is enhanced by the attentive hotel butlers, Marcel Wanders’ singular interior design, peaceful setting, spa treatments and above-and-beyond Guest Experience service that can organise private jet and yacht trips on your behalf.

Despite its proximity to the glamorous Puerto Portals marina, the only sound to interrupt the quiet at Iberostar Grand Portals Nous is the lapping waves below. In fact, this is a veritable beachy hotspot with 54km of sandy coastline stretching in both directions from the hotel.

For when all the water sport experiences (boating, sailing, diving, paddle boarding…) have you yearning for land, you can test your skills on the nearby 18-hole Real Golf Bendinat or courts at the tennis club beside Portals beach. Or simply wind down at the wellness centre where the treatment menu reads like a holistic bible with accompanying treats of natural fruit juices and detoxifying smoothies at the Wellness Bar.

More decadent libations are waiting on ice at the Champagne Bar and Dom Perignon Bar, while Selini Bar concocts exotic cocktails and spirits. Nothing complements a glass of wine or cava better than Astir Restaurant’s speciality: El Capricho steak. Meat that’s reared, cared for and treated with individual assessment in the Mexican town of Jiménez, while traditional Mallorcan dishes using local, organic produce otherwise dominates the menu.

With six penthouses, two suites, two deluxe double rooms, one restaurant, one bar and one pool, this is a small-scale boutique sanctum beside one of Sri Lanka’s finest beaches. One that strikes the perfect balance of discreet, personal service with privacy and extra touches that are often associated with larger hotels. These include free WiFi, in-room massages, in-room dining and yoga classes.

KK Beach’s 10 rooms and facilities are available on an exclusive-use basis, and there’s nowhere smarter for a private party with the backdrop of the Indian Ocean. Uninterrupted views of the ocean are seen from all the rooms and suites through a wall of window leading to a terrace. The six spacious Penthouses have the finest outlook of all from their top-floor vantage point, so you’re looking out to the beachy scene from the moment you wake up to when you’re unwinding on the terrace. (Each Penthouse terrace is decked out with two sun loungers in addition to table and chairs).

You may dine on your private terrace or beside the pool at lunchtime. But come the evening and KK Beach’s restaurant is a must for seafood barbecues, Sri Lankan curry buffets, Thai fare and international favourites (depending to the day of the week). And the foodie bonus? Cooking classes so you can enjoy the flavours of your holiday long after you return home.

As the sister hotel of Kahanda Kanda located inland, a free shuttle service is available to take guests to/from the properties for lunch and dinner.

Refreshingly smart, glamorous and downright divine, Amilla Fushi resort hovers over the UNESCO protected biosphere of Baa Atoll. Its collection of cubic over-water villas, beach houses and tree houses is an unconventional, Mediterranean-esque interpretation of the typical Maldivian-style wooden hut with a focus on sleek lines and fine living. Each one has a freshwater pool, outdoor rain shower, king-size bed and high-tech entertainment system in villas and terraces flooded with white set against natural wood furnishings.

While couples love the privacy of an Amilla villa, families enjoy the space of the two-bedroom Ocean Lagoon Houses, Beach Houses and Tree Houses. The sweeping Residences have four, six or eight bedrooms and each benefits from the services of a chef as well as an attendant known as a Katheeb.

Family-friendly services include child minding, The Sultan’s Village Kids’ Club, LUX tennis club and a football pitch. And the wide range of dining options ensure everyone is always full to the brim. Feeling Koi is Amilla’s signature Japanese restaurant and the Baazaar dining area comprises five eateries: the Italian Barolo Grill; Asian fusion WOK; Fish and Chips British-meets-Maldivian restaurant; Fresh breakfast area; Joe’s Pizza; and the Baazaar Bar for lunch and drinks.

The Emperor Beach Club also serves lunch, while Cellar Door hosts wine and cheese tastings. For the health conscious, Clean and Lean Café at Javvu Spa presents unprocessed food, free of gluten and refined sugar, to complement time spent at the yoga pavilion, personal training studio, steam room, sauna and private treatment pods.

Unmissable: diving, fishing and sailing trips in the coral-rich ocean led by a team of marine biologists.

There’s never a dull moment at Pine Cliffs Resort. Even its red cliff-side setting in the Algarve is a dramatic scene leading to a long, sandy beach.

On the cliff top, the resort is alive with action at the 9-hole golf course and Golf Academy, Annabel Croft Tennis Academy and two health clubs offering classes, personal training sessions, an indoor pool and Technogym equipment. There’s more… water sports, happy little ones in Porto Pirata Children’s Village or the Junior Club for eight to 12 years olds and diners in no less than 10 venues.

Needless to say, Pine Cliffs Resort is sought-after by families, sport lovers and quite frankly, anyone who likes to enjoy themselves. And each room and suite is a relaxing space overlooking the resort and ocean beyond. Amidst all the hubbub is Serenity Spa – The Art of Wellbeing spanning 13 treatment rooms and a couple’s suite: the Aurum Suite.

Experienced therapists practice holistic and modern therapies using a variety of high-end products and natural ingredients unique to the Algarve. Yoga retreats and well-being packages can be tailored such as the Digital Detox that encourages you to “put your phone in a sleeping bag”. To complement each treatment is the Thermal Oasis with hydrotherapy pool, Kneipp pool, steam room, herbal sauna, sauna with Himalayan rock salt, ice fountain, indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, experience showers and outdoor Jacuzzi.

More than a villa, each one is a two-storey designer home with two to eight bedrooms, living spaces, lofty ceilings, huge windows, sprawling verandas and a infinity pool with Thailand’s iconic pearly beach scene laid out before it. Below is the peaceful Layan Beach where you can set sail on a Hobie catamaran, kayak or paddleboard (equipment for which is free). Just ask your dedicated butler to help with arrangements. They can also advise about in-Residence activities such as Thai hermit exercise, yoga, T’ai chi, Pilates and spa treatments. Or organise Muay Thai lessons, cooking classes, cruises on Anantara Layan Phuket Resort’s yacht, speedboat trips and golf days.

But you may simply prefer to soak up the contemporary comfort of your Residence filled with traditional Asian elements and natural light. You don’t have to leave your Residence for meals: request a poolside barbecue of Wagyu beef and local seafood prepared by a personal chef or take advantage of Anantara’s Dining by Design concept, create your own menu and eat it anywhere in the resort (poolside, private dining room, beach, chapel…).

However, resort options include Dee Plee’s Thai delicacies, the temporary Japanese Zuma pop-up restaurant and Mediterranean Sala Layan whose bubbly breakfast buffet has you waking up early in anticipation.

Highlights worth mentioning: wine pairing dinners hosted by Layan’s Wine Gurus; the pretty, all-white wedding chapel; Anantara Spa and its visiting Masters of Wellness who set you on your path to well-being.

In the coastal town of Delray Beach, Florida, the cool, contemporary Seagate Hotel & Spa is more than an upscale seaside escape; it’s an ode to the ocean. Located a block from the Atlantic, the heady mix of city chic and laid-back beach living was the vision of its avid scuba-diving owners whose passion for all things aquatic has firmly placed The Seagate on the aquarium map.

With not one but five mesmerising aquariums in its lobby, hallway and restaurant, you can eat alongside the fishes, stingrays and sharks in the Atlantic Grille where a 2,500-gallon tank dominates the room. Or take a pew at the trendy bar or outside for a spot of alfresco dining. The Atlantic Grille is also host to live music come the evening.

Days at The Seagate Spa are extremely indulgent with Elemis treatments and a holistic menu. Then there’s Seagate’s private Beach Club located a free shuttle ride away (colonial in style with a touch of Bahamas charm) comprising a pool, an ocean-front bar and two restaurants offering fine dining on the upper level and informal on the lower.

Sri Lanka’s southernmost coastline is now a connected and undisputed beachy beauty spot. Monkeys swing between the palm trees, leopards and elephants roam its national parks, whales traverse the waters and luminous birds fill the skies. Surfers ride the waves, adventurers go on safari and explorers head into the jungle. In perfect position to enjoy it all, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort is peacefully sheltered on a rocky outcrop within a coconut plantation, just outside Tangalle town.

An experienced and highly qualified Ayurvedic doctor resides at Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort: Dr Sampath Perawattha. He often gives talks and holds daily activities at the Yoga Pavilion and is on-hand to prescribe tailored three and seven-day Ayurvedic programmes. These may include yoga and meditation led by instructors specialised in hatha yoga, pranayama breathing and yoga nidra. All of which is complemented by “wellness cuisine” full of Western and Asian flavour.

Despite its proximity to Doha, Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara feels a million miles from the commotion of the capital. Anticipation of arrival builds as you take the catamaran ferry or a private helicopter (highly recommended for the spectacular aerial view of Doha’s coastline) from downtown. And the reveal of Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara has you dropping jaw in wonder of man’s ingenuity.

This crescent-shaped island resort has its very own marina, 141 rooms, suites and pool villas, nine dining options, a tennis court, lagoon pool, surf pool (as fun as it sounds), children’s pool, private beach, diving centre, bowling alley and cinema! Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara is also home to the first over-water villas in the Middle East.

Anantara Spa’s eight spa suites are perched over the water too. And this is where your journey to well-being begins. The treatment menu is an Asian-infused list of holistic therapies and hammam rituals with a nod to Doha’s tribal origins. Facials using saltwater pearls illuminate the skin, 24-carat gold manicures look incredible and ancient Arabic rituals promise to contour and redefine.

Back on land and the state-of-the-art Balance Wellness Centre hosts a team of holistic experts and an Ayurvedic doctor who will create bespoke three to seven-day programmes. Or pre-arranged plans are available focused on relaxation, detoxing, balancing and revitalising.

Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara leads the way as the first upscale pool villa resort in the Omani city of Salalah – the perfume capital of Arabia. In one direction, the endless Arabian Sea majestically unfurls whilst in the other, a freshwater lagoon twinkles serenely underneath the year-round sun.

Al Baleed Resort is unique in the vicinity for its spa facilities that include a hammam and rasul mud chamber. Plus, its three, five and seven-day wellness programmes and holistic experiences dedicated to balancing, calming and improving health.

The therapies are rooted in Arabian tradition and the philosophy of maintaining equilibrium. These principles are enhanced by the soothing beach-front location, distinctive elements of ancient Omani culture and renewing, modern practises. Yoga and meditation also accompany the treatments as well as healthy, wholesome meals and juices available all day. And as the largest exporter of frankincense, Oman’s fragrant elixir makes an appearance in many massages and rituals alongside coconut and banana.

The smells of which may have you focusing on mealtimes served in the Asian-inspired Mekong, Mediterranean Al Mina or international Sakalan restaurant. Cancel the calories out by enjoying water sports, tennis, volleyball, beach football or joining a local excursion to archaeological sites or a trek up Dhofar Mountain.

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is a fantasy-come-true. It’s a nirvana of castaway serenity, watery wonder and rare levels of luxury where romancing, relaxing and adventuring fill each day.

This eco-conscious escape is a short distance from Hanifaru Bay’s diving hotspot within the Maldives’ UNESCO marine biosphere reserve. And Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas itself is engulfed by marine life, seen in all its glory from the underwater Sea restaurant, which has the world’s first underwater wine cellar. This is one of four over and underwater restaurants in addition to beach-side and poolside dining options.

The choice of accommodations ranges from beach pool villas and large beach pool residences to overwater residences with pools, sprawling terraces and direct access to the warm ocean. The Thai-inspired Anantara Spa also resides above the gentle waves from six treatment suites on stilts and a spacious relaxation deck facing nothing but uninterrupted sea views.

An array of massages, body scrubs, wraps, facials and baths feature on the à la carte menu. But more intensive three, five and seven-day programmes allow you to experience the spa’s most popular treatments and feel the benefits long after you leave. Ayurvedic wellness programmes are also available and complement the expertise of visiting specialists and practitioners whom take residence throughout the year.

Taveuni Palms Resort comprises just two villas: the three-bedroom Horizon Spa Villa and two-bedroom Beach Villa. Each is a self-contained beach house-style sanctuary spanning its very own (landscaped Garden of Eden) acre with a pool, outdoor honeymoon shower and private patch of butter-soft sandy beach just steps away.

Five-star service, executed by seven members of staff per villa, takes care of your every whim such as in-villa massages – a nanny for the children too if required – and a chef prepares four-course menus specific to your tastes; simply complete a special request form prior to arrival. Meals may be taken in one of five dining spots in or around your villa, and with service intercoms located within the villa, there’s always a member of staff at your beck and call.

Must do: explore the natural beauty that surrounds you. This is the Garden Isle of Fiji and soft coral capital of the world.

Northern Tuscany’s Forte dei Marmi is a showcase of wealth, style and high fashion lined with upscale boutiques and sandy beaches. In the distance, the Apuan Alps rise and fall whilst the body beautiful parade gracefully along the town’s promenade and famous residents (Andrea Bocelli and Giorgio Armani) soak up the atmosphere. A little set back from the fashion show is the insanely cool Principe Forte dei Marmi.

Both Florence and Pisa are with easy reach from here but Principe Forte dei Marmi is a base for some serious R&R, not touring. (Unless you’re planning a day, week or month’s charter on the Principe’s 72-foot yacht.) All 28 rooms and suites are drenched in natural light, have super-spacious proportions and feature glass walls. Wooden flooring, marble bathrooms and warm creams and tans give the minimalist style a soft edge.

The same level of comfort spills outside to the swimming pool where cushiony, four-poster daybeds can double-up as a treatment areas for massages. But Egoista Spa is where the real spa magic happens, spanning six treatment rooms. Facilities include a mud room, indoor pool, Jacuzzi, Turkish steam bath, ice room and Finnish sauna.

Alternatively, you can pad down to the private Dalmazia Beach Club, hire a gazebo and enjoy a mani-pedi. Dalmazia Beach Club is also the location for a seasonal beach restaurant run by Chef Valentino Cassanelli who is now the proud recipient of a Michelin Star for Principe’s contemporary Tuscan restaurant, Lux Lucis.

Don’t miss: an evening of cocktails, music and vistas at 67 Sky Lounge Bar.

As refreshing as the Adriatic Sea it faces, Hotel Kompas Dubrovnik is a casual, sleek design hotel with the kind of watery views that have you fixed to the spot for hours.

Everything about this coastal four plus-star find encourages you to sit back, relax and contemplate joining everyone else in Dubrovnik’s busy Old Town (located just four kilometres away). But it’s difficult to leave these glossy interiors dominated by sandy tones and natural materials that cleverly reflect the colours of the sheltered Lapad beach below.

Local designer artworks and trendy modern furnishings keep matters cool and stylish. And every one of Hotel Kompas’ 173 rooms and suites have balconies – most overlook the Adriatic. From the Classic Rooms to the Executive Suites, the vibe is minimalist with walls exhibiting unusual charcoal drawings by Zagreb-based artist Saša Šekoranja.

In the Energy Clinic wellness and spa area it’s a sparkling all-white affair spread across an entire floor. Amenities include an indoor freshwater pool, outdoor freshwater pool, Finnish sauna and steam room. Beside the outdoor pool is a large sun terrace where Luna Bar’s healthy smoothies and power drinks make you feel good before indulging in cocktails and/or beers at the rooftop Zenith Bar. Perhaps followed by dinner at the Mediterranean Sphere Restaurant & Lounge Bar facing the Lapad promenade and beach.

It’s hard to imagine a more picturesque setting than the one that greets you at Curtain Bluff. Perched on a rocky peninsula straddled by two beautiful beaches, the resort lies at Antigua’s southern tip.

A modern enclave with old world charm and slick, genuine service, it has the feel of a delightful country club – one that nearly three-quarters of guests return to again (and again), often with the children. Youngsters love it here for Curtain Bluff’s CEEBEE Kids Club, which is a full-time camp for three to 12-year-olds offering activities five days a week.

Whether you opt for beach or bluff, all the rooms enjoy a stunning seascape. The décor is simple and stylish with big beds, wicker furniture and wooden accents, while floor-to-ceiling windows, verandas and terraces make the most of the crazy-pretty views.

There’s so much to do here including scuba diving, surfing, water-skiing, tennis and golf; all of which are included in the price. The spa is extra but the pin-drop peaceful setting is worth the cost alone (the treatments are special too).

The food is also a knockout. Take your pick from two restaurants: The Tamarind Tree in a lovely plantation-style setting or The Seagrape set directly on the beach, both accompanied by a 400-strong cellar selected from 10 countries. That’s certainly worth raising a glass to!

The Shore Club on Long Bay is a dedication to the best things in life: time with loved ones; relaxation; contemplation; and adventure.

Brand new to the Turks and Caicos’ luxe hotel scene, it resides alongside a sought-after stretch of Providenciales’ beach prized for its fantastic beauty, seclusion and optimum kite surfing conditions. And the white and turquoise theme, reflected in both the building itself and the interiors, draws the sugary sand and shallow waters of Long Bay Beach on in, through big windows.

Behind these wooden frames are refined, colonial-styled rooms. From the junior suites and three-bedroom penthouses to the butler-serviced private villas, an easy-breezy chic runs through them all. Everyone staying at The Shore Club enjoys free non-motorised water sports’ equipment and bikes.

But those who feel like spoiling themselves should head to The Shore Club’s Dune Spa (maybe while the children are attending the kids’ club). The spa’s three outdoor cabanas take full advantage of the hotel’s ocean-side setting, which is also the case for the casual, poolside Sea Grapes and upscale, alfresco Colonnade.

The Datome family’s experience in the luxury hospitality industry spans nearly 50 years and now, as the next generation takes the reins at Gabbiano Azzurro Hotel & Suites, the number of its returning guests has never been higher. This is in no small part due to the ultimate professionalism of the longstanding staff whose service totals more than 100 years.

The genuine warmth and sense of loyalty at Gabbiano Azzurro is infectious and the location in Golfo Aranci, on Sardinia’s north-east coast, is extra-ordinary. The Costa Smeralda is just a few kilometres away; Olbia, Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo are a short drive. Golfo Aranci is a peaceful town and utterly beautiful.

A private stretch of the green, turquoise and blue waters of the Sardinian Sea spread out before Gabbiano Azzurro. Views of which can be seen from most of the guest rooms and suites. These include the sea-facing, two-bedroom Charming Suite and honeymooners’ favourite, Junior Suite Cala Moresca. All are tastefully designed in neutral colours and filled with light.

Natural light and watery vistas are also bonus features of the two dining options: Blù Restaurant and Panorama Restaurant. Executive Chef Daniele Sechi oversees their classic Sardinian dishes, Mediterranean favourites and vegetarian alternatives, served to the backdrop of Panorama’s 180-degree views or on Blù’s sun-warmed terrace three metres above the sea. Given the wonderful scenery, Gabbiano Azzurro is a popular wedding destination able to arrange church and beach ceremonies.

Mawimbi Villa promises pure escapism and epic adventure. In short, this six-room, four-bathroom villa is an African fantasy-come-true with a host, butler, private chef and freshwater pool. And despite its seemingly remote location beside a swathe of virgin white sand facing nothing but the azure Indian Ocean, Zanzibar is just a short boat ride away. Saadani National Park, the Serengeti, Mount Kilimanjaro and Selous Game Reserves are all within reach too.

Mawimbi means “Tides” in Swahili, chosen to reflect the villa’s dedication to the environment and respect for the natural ebb and flow of coastal life. In fact, this two-story residence was built entirely by local craftsmen and blends seamlessly into the palm trees. Inside, a kitchen and living room accompany the guest rooms, each of which is drenched in light and decorated with a theme in mind.

These range from the Nyati (buffalo) room, with king bed dominated by a large painting of a buffalo, a buffalo-shaped light fitting and hanging buffalo skull, to the Kasa (turtle) room featuring ornamental turtle shells artistically arranged on the wall. Each one has a terrace or veranda looking out to the surrounding foliage and ocean from where kayaking, snorkelling, scuba-diving and big game fishing can take place.

Fresh fish and seafood will often be on the chef’s menu, whose simple meals are packed with flavour, best washed down with the wines and spirits stocked on-site. These, in addition to smoothies, raw juices and cocktails, are available whenever you wish.

Must sees: the nearby baby turtle nesting site and spectacular coral reef.

Port Antonio’s lush landscape and pristine waters have been a favourite filming location for decades. The Blue Lagoon, Cocktail, Lord of the Flies and Knight and Day all feature scenes set in this eastern corner of Jamaica whose stories involving Hollywood royalty have become the stuff of legend. Icons Errol Flynn, Audrey Hepburn, Kate Moss and Johnny Depp have all fallen for Port Antonio’s charms and the all-villa Trident Hotel now plays an irresistible part of its attraction.

Each of The Trident’s 13 ocean-front villas is a cool, modernist home leading out to private terraces and pools with tasteful vestiges of the 1950s and 1960s. Some of the one, two and three-bedroom villas are connected by doorways and terraces so larger groups can holiday together whilst always enjoying an element of privacy. And for when the ocean views have you hankering for some watery action, The Trident’s private beach and team of Water Sports’ Guides provide the opportunity to set sail, snorkel and kayak the day away.

The beach bar is always available to keep you fully hydrated, while the poolside Veranda offers a small plate service all day in addition to its breakfast and lunch menus. The 1960s’ theme continues at Mike’s Supper Club, a cabaret lounge venue where top-class musicians play New York jazz as inventive Jamaican dishes dishes are served.